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M.C. Hammer was among the many Black Panther fans who dressed up in traditional African clothing to celebrate the premiere of the movie. Fans flocked to the theater to see the latest Marvel Cinematic Universeadventure on the big screen, and took note of what Star Wars fans have been doing for decades: dressing up like their favorite characters or getting into the traditional clothing of the characters. Additionally, fans even brought in percussion instruments to play some African rhythms on their way out of the theater. All in all, it has been deemed a cultural event.

Black Panther is officially out in theaters and fans have been enthusiastically embracing African culture while visiting the movie theater. There were women dressed as Shuri and men dressed in traditional African clothing and some took it upon themselves to do a bit of a mashup. Two men were spotted in their best Coming

“Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler teamed up with NBA legend and critically-acclaimed filmmaker Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for a once-in-a-lifetime interview. The six-time NBA Mvp interviewed Coogler in a special sit-down for The Hollywood Reporter. Related: Lupita Nyong’o Says ‘Black Panther’ Movie ‘Is A Part Of Black History’ “Today, with the Trump administration systematically undermining all marginalized groups, with the

Lionsgate has released the first trailer for the upcoming basketball comedy Uncle Drew, which comes on the heels of the character posters released yesterday. This trailer highlights just how skilled on the basketball court Uncle Drew was back in his prime, while also showing that he still has what it takes today. The trailer also showcases the iconic Rucker Classic street ball tournament, where a number of real NBA superstars honed their craft before going pro, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, Julius "Dr. J" Erving, Kobe Bryant and Kyrie Irving himself.

After draining his life savings to enter a team in the Rucker Classic street ball tournament in Harlem, Dax (Lil Rel Howery) is dealt a series of unfortunate setbacks, including losing his team to his longtime rival (Nick Kroll). Desperate to win the tournament and the cash prize, Dax stumbles upon the man, the myth, the legend Uncle Drew

“The Bachelor” contestant Bekah M. is unfazed by concerns about her and Arie Luyendyk Jr.’s age gap. Fans of the long-running franchise haven’t shied away from pointing out the 14-year age gap between Luyendyk Jr., 36, and his 22-year-old love interest. Related: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Says Current Season Of ‘The Bachelor’ Is Out Of Touch But following Monday’s

Omarosa's learning that quitting -- or getting fired, depending on who you believe -- pays big time. The former 'Apprentice' star and President Trump's former Director of Communications for the White House Office of Public Liaison has officially signed with the American Program Bureau ... joining its elite roster of speakers that includes Jay Leno, Diddy, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson. We're told Omarosa signed her John Hancock Monday morning and will ask for up to $50k a speech,

University of Pennsylvania sophomore Blaze Bernstein was spending time at home with his family in Southern California for winter break when he went missing on Jan. 3.

The 19-year-old’s lifeless body was found Jan. 9 in a shallow grave in the brush surrounding Borrego Park in Lake Forest, California, his parents’ hometown. He had been stabbed more than 20 times, according to the Orange County Register and the Los Angeles Times.

Last Friday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department named Blaze’s high school friend Samuel Lincoln Woodward, 20, as the suspect in the case and arrested him on suspicion of homicide.

Exclusive: After publishing a memoir that bared her rise as a '70s screen siren and a private life that included love affairs with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Richard Pryor and Freddie Prinze, Pam Grier is focused on Pam, the working title of a biopic that will bring her life story to the screen. A script by Bennie Richburg is about to be shopped, one that Jay Pharoah read and attached himself to play Pryor, whom Grier saw at his best and worst. Grier met Pharoah when they were…

Braun would not say how the teen, Blaze Bernstein, was killed or what the condition of his body was when it was discovered in Borrego Park in Lake Forest. She says a search warrant in the case was served in Newport Beach on

The Black Mamba returned to the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Monday night, as his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers, retired both of his career jersey numbers, 8 and 24. Kobe played his entire 20-year career with the Lakers.

"8 has something that 24 will never ever ever ever ever have, and that's the ability to grow hair," the man of the hour joked in a presser ahead of the night's game, in which the Lakers took on the visiting Golden State Warriors.

Kobe's wife, Vanessa, and his three daughters -- 14-year-old Natalia, 11-year-old Gianna and 1-year-old Bianka, all joined him for the major milestone. In an absolutely precious moment, the 39-year-old retired NBA pro rolled into arena pushing little Bianka's stroller.

Kobe got visibly emotional as he watched his numbers join nine other Lakers Hall of Famers in the rafters during halftime, acknowledging those that came before him as he opened

It’s hard to believe, but one of America’s most famous families was never officially media-trained.

On Sunday’s midseason finale of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kim convinced her mom and sisters to meet with a communications coach so that they could each figure out how to answer the questions they tend to avoid during interviews — and no stone was left unturned.

They document their workouts almost every day on Snapchat, but Kourtney, 38, and Khloé, 33, decided they wanted to produce something a little more professional for their fans: a full workout video. The

Sorry Twitter, add famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson to the list of users who doesn’t understand the move from 140 to 280 characters.

“I don’t want 280 characters,” Tyson said. “It’s an excuse to not be succinct. If you cant do it in 140 characters then write a book. Choose another medium.”

Tyson has 10.1 million followers on the social media platform, so his opinion ought to carry some weight. Tyson said he uses Twitter as a means to share what’s on his mind — sometimes humorous, sometimes ponderous but usually insightful.

But he’s not under the illusion that the rise of these platforms has helped educate the public. Rather, he notes, “the fact that I have 12 different platforms to communicate also means that so does everybody else who is either scientifically illiterate or doesn’t have your best interests in mind.”

Tyson is heartened that his latest book, “Astrophysics for People in a Hurry,

Akura Kurosawa is one of the more prolific directors of an era and his importance has a lot to do with his representation of the Japanese culture. He directed 30 movies in a career spanning 57 years, which might not seem like a lot at this point but was and still is pretty impressive for his era. In truth his movies make it even more impressive since he directed films that were so masterful that a lot of people still remember them fondly today. He also had a style that was not entirely on point with the Japanese culture but

“Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die!”

Oh, wait. You don’t have six fingers on your right hand? Sorry, our mistake.

A classic tale of true love and high adventure, The Princess Bride invaded theatres on October 9, 1987 and has been romancing audiences ever since. After all, true love is the greatest thing in the world! Well, except for a nice Mlt.

The evening, which will be hosted by journalist, producer and cancer research advocate, Maria Menounos will honor producer and humanitarian Niki Cole, and Rally Health Founder and CEO Grant Verstandig.

The highly-anticipated annual, black-tie benefit, with music by DJ Cassidy is hosted by Grammy-nominated songwriter Denise Rich and her daughters Daniella Rich Kilstock and Ilona Rich Schachter, will take place Monday, October 23, 2017, at Cipriani Wall Street.

Grant Verstandig is the Founder and CEO of Rally Health, Inc., a digital health company that develops online and mobile tools that empower consumers to take control of their health and health care. Prior to starting Rally in 2010 at age 21, Grant had served as a research fellow

Even though its ratings slipped some last year, the second season of the Celebrity Family Feud TV show still did pretty well for a summertime game show. Can Steve Hardy maintain or build on its audience in the third season? Will Celebrity Family Feud be cancelled or renewed for season four? Stay tuned. Celebrities featured in Celebrity Family Feud, season three on ABC, include: Lea Thompson, Yvette Nicole Brown, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Amy Schumer, Kelly Clarkson, Kym Johnson, Robert Herjavec, Wells Adams, Jubilee Sharpe, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Rick Fox, Pedro Martinez, Kevin Millar, James Worthy, Eva Longoria, Amaury Nolasco, George Lopez, and Bindi Irwin. Read More…

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